Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Alternating Current

Question:

When an uncharged capacitor is connected to a d.c. source, which of the following happens ? 

Options:

The current does not flow as capacitor offers infinite resistance to d.c. source.

The current flows without any hindrance.

The current first flows and is hindered later on.

The current is hindered first and later it flows smoothly.

Correct Answer:

The current first flows and is hindered later on.

Explanation:

When a capacitor is connected to a voltage source in a dc circuit, current will flow for the short time required to charge the capacitor. As charge accumulates on the capacitor plates, the voltage across them increases, opposing the current. That is, a capacitor in a dc circuit will limit or oppose the current as it charges. When the capacitor is fully charged, the current in the circuit falls to zero.